Result of Service

Under the supervision of the Regional Coordinator of the Border Management Programme based in Bangkok, Thailand – Valentina Pancieri and the Programme Manager of Mongolia Law Enforcement Training (M-LET) – Nguyen Duc Long based in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, the expert will contribute to the delivery of a wide range of activities. In particular, the expert will: Mongolia: 1. Review existing curricula: Conduct a comprehensive review of the current curricula on transnational organized crime investigations and interdiction utilized by the University of Internal Affairs / National Police Agency (NPA) of Mongolia (if any). Identify any gaps or areas for improvement to enhance effectiveness and relevance. 2. Development of UNODC curricula: Collaborate with UNODC experts to develop new curricula specifically tailored for transnational organized crime investigations and interdiction. Ensure that these curricula align with international best practices and standards. 3. Integration with leadership and facilitation techniques: Work closely with the Leadership consultants to seamlessly incorporate both law enforcement and leadership components into the curricula. Ensure that the training materials complement each other and provide a holistic approach to capacity building. 4. Training of trainers: Based on discussions with training academies and operational services, lead the training of a cadre of national trainers from the University of Internal Affairs / National Police Agency (NPA) of Mongolia on the UNODC-developed curricula. Provide guidance and support to ensure that trainers are equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively deliver the training content. 5. Development and delivery a specialized training course on addressing serious crimes and conduct specialized trainings on select topics for investigators in the NPA (and others, where appropriate). 6. Coordination and alignment: Ensure that the training of trainers on transnational organized crime investigations and interdictions aligns smoothly with the Leadership and Facilitation Technique training curricula. Foster collaboration and coordination between all stakeholders involved in the training process to maximize effectiveness and impact. Cambodia 1. Review existing curricula: Conduct a comprehensive review of the current curricula on transnational organized crime investigations and interdiction utilized by the Cambodia National Police (CNP). Identify any gaps or areas for improvement to enhance effectiveness and relevance. 2. Development of UNODC curricula: Collaborate with UNODC to develop new curricula specifically tailored for transnational organized crime investigations and interdiction. Ensure that these curricula align with international best practices and standards. 3. Integration with leadership and facilitation techniques: Work closely with the Leadership consultants to seamlessly incorporate both law enforcement and leadership components into the curricula. Ensure that the training materials complement each other and provide a holistic approach to capacity building. 4. Training of trainers: Based on discussions with training academies and operational services, lead the one-week training of a cadre of national trainers from the CNP on the UNODC-developed curricula. Provide guidance and support to ensure that trainers are equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively deliver the training content. 5. Coordination: Ensure that the TOT on transnational organized crime investigations and interdictions aligns smoothly with the Leadership and Facilitation Technique training curricula. Foster collaboration and coordination between all stakeholders involved in the training process to maximize effectiveness and impact. Vietnam 1. Needs assessment and curriculum development: conduct a needs assessment in collaboration with national stakeholders, including the Counter-Narcotics Police Department (CNPD) and the People Police Academy of Vietnam, to identify specific training requirements and gaps in investigation techniques for BLOs. Develop a training curriculum tailored to the needs of BLOs, focusing on transnational organized crime investigations and interdiction, with reference to international best practices and standards. 2. Training delivery: Organize and conduct (with support from UNODC staff) a five-day Investigation Techniques Training program for BLO focal point officers who are directly involved in advisory, operational, technical, and administrative tasks across 23 BLOs in Vietnam. Deliver training sessions that incorporate practical exercises, case studies, and interactive discussions to enhance participants’ understanding and application of investigative techniques. 3. Collaboration with national stakeholders: Work closely with officers from the CNPD and the People Police Academy of Vietnam to facilitate the training program, ensuring alignment with national priorities and strategies in combating transnational organized crime. 4. Monitoring and evaluation: Develop a monitoring and evaluation framework to assess the effectiveness of the training program in building the capacity of BLOs in investigation techniques. Conduct pre-training and post-training assessments to measure participants’ knowledge acquisition, skills enhancement, and confidence levels in performing investigative tasks. Collect feedback from participants and stakeholders to identify strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement in the training curriculum and delivery. Regional (Thailand, Vietnam and Indonesia): 1. Design and development of ToT: Collaborate closely with relevant stakeholders to design and develop a robust Regional ToT focused on emergency responses to drug trafficking, enhancing the specialized capacities of law enforcement officers from targeted countries to urgently respond to drug trafficking. Emphasize the importance of enhanced land and maritime borders management to combat illicit drug trafficking effectively. The program should cater to approximately 24 officers, with 8 representatives from each participating country (Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam). Ensure alignment with regional priorities and international best practices. 2. Coordination with leadership consultants: Work in tandem with leadership consultants to ensure seamless integration of leadership and management principles into the ToT. Collaborate on curriculum development and training methodologies to foster effective leadership skills among law enforcement officers. 3. Implementation of regional ToT: Conduct the one-week regional ToT as per the tentative schedule in August 2024 in Indonesia. Facilitate interactive training sessions, workshops, and practical exercises to equip participants with the necessary knowledge and skills to respond effectively to drug trafficking emergencies. 4. Capacity building for frontline officers: Offer mentorship sessions at hotspot cross-border locations, focusing on drugs interception and investigations. Provide guidance and support to roll out the skills acquired by national trainers, ensuring sustainable capacity building at the grassroots level.

Work Location

Home-based with travel to Mongolia, Cambodia and Indonesia

Expected duration

7 months (from 01 August 2024 to 28 February 2025)

Duties and Responsibilities

Assist in and coordinate the delivery of law enforcement capacity building initiatives as well as technical assistance in the scope of regional (Asia Pacific) deliverables linked to border management.

Qualifications/special skills

Academic Qualifications: An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in criminal justice, criminology, law, political science, management or other related fields is required. A first-level university degree in the aforementioned fields in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Formal qualifications or certification from a recognized national or international customs authority, police academy, or military-training institution, supplemented by specialization in criminal justice, crime prevention, or law enforcement, in combination with four (4) additional years of qualifying work experience, may be accepted in lieu of the first level university degree. Work experience: • A minimum of 15-years experience of work with law enforcement agencies or other institutions of the criminal justice system is required. • At least 5-year track-record in the development and delivery of training material for law enforcement officers, preferably in Southeast Asia, is desirable. • Broad and in-depth knowledge of overall crime prevention and criminal justice issues; thorough familiarity with issues of illicit trafficking and transnational organized crime is required. • Experience with technical assistance interventions to support Member States in the implementation of international and regional treaties and commitments related to organized crime, including UNTOC, UNCAC and ASEAN-specific treaties is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency of English, with excellent drafting and communication skills, is required.

Additional Information

Not available.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.